By L S Lim
Sabah Political Commentator
KOTA KINABALU: To my fellow Sabahans, for far too long we have been fed sweet promises while, behind the scenes, our rights are traded away like cheap goods. Joniston Bangkuai can hide behind slogans of “stability” and “cooperation”, but the truth remains: GRS is nothing more than Malaya’s political puppet.
Who’s the Real Hypocrite?
Joniston accuses Warisan of hypocrisy for supposedly working temporarily with UMNO in 2023. But he stays completely silent about how GRS itself willingly embraced DAP and PKR from the Peninsula just to stay in power. If working with Malaya-based parties for a “greater cause” is wrong, why does GRS do it every single day?
Stability or Fear?
GRS is not stable. GRS is afraid.
Afraid of losing their positions. Afraid that their past corruption cases will be dragged into court. Afraid that their political masters in Putrajaya will withdraw support. This is why they bow down every time Malaya tramples on our constitutional rights, including Sabah’s claim to 40% net revenue under MA63.
GRS Is Not Helping, It’s Destroying Sabah’s Future
GRS has not only failed to help the people of Sabah — they are actively destroying our future. By allowing our rights to be robbed, by letting our resources such as timber, land, minerals, oil, and other natural wealth fall into the hands of cronies, they are crushing Sabah’s hopes for prosperity.
The wealth of Sabah, which should belong to the people, is now flowing into the pockets of a select few political elites. They are not saviours — they are destroyers of our future.
Warisan Contests All 73 Seats — By the People’s Demand
Warisan’s decision to contest all 73 state seats is not a political gimmick — it is a direct demand from Sabahans who are sick of GRS’ puppet rule.
The people want a clear choice: a Sabah government that dares to fight corruption, defend state rights, and return the state’s wealth to the people — not fill the pockets of leaders. Warisan will take on GRS’ corruption, which has siphoned off Sabah’s natural wealth including oil and minerals for personal gain.
PBS — From a Principled Party to a Party in Twilight
Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS), once a fighter for Sabah’s dignity, is now merely GRS’ tool for clinging to power. They have abandoned their founding principles, betrayed their original vision, and are now just a fading party struggling to stay relevant even as the majority of Sabah voters have abandoned them. PBS is no longer the voice of the people — they are just an empty echo in GRS’ chamber.
GPS Sarawak Fights, GRS Bows
Joniston likes to cite GPS Sarawak as an example. The difference? GPS demands control over oil and gas, sets terms for Putrajaya, and defends the dignity of its people.
GRS? They bow, beg for allocations, and return with empty promises — while giving away state resources like 100-year timber concessions to cronies!
Stability Without Dignity = Humiliation
Stability born out of fear and political surrender is not stability — it is humiliation. Warisan contests all 73 seats because we want a Sabah government that is stable and dignified from day one, without depending on the political strings of outsiders.
Warisan: Consistent & Courageous
From the start, Warisan has been firm: Sabah must be governed by its own people, free from interference by Malaya-based parties — be it UMNO, PKR, or DAP. We do not bow to threats. We do not sell out the people’s rights.
The Choice Is in the People’s Hands
This election is a test of our dignity. Do we remain tied to puppet strings, or do we stand as Sabahans free to determine our own destiny?
GRS can keep deceiving itself with slogans of “cooperation” and “stability”, but Warisan will continue to fight — not for positions, but for Sabah’s rights, dignity, and future.
Reject Malaya Parties! Reject Corrupt Parties! Save Sabah!
